Welcome to CSSAH

"I am the master of my fate. I am the captain of my soul." — Invictus, by William Ernest Henley

OUR MISSION

We are committed to developing culturally-astute graduates who engage creativity and critical thinking to solve real-world problems and facilitate the empowerment of self and others.

 

WELCOME FROM THE DEAN

  • Dr. Veronica Yon, Department Chair
    Valencia E. Matthews

    Professor | Director of Theatre
    Dean, College of Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities

  • "Greetings and welcome to CSSAH. I am Dr. Valencia E. Matthews and I have the privilege of serving as the dean of the College of Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities."

     

    My goal as dean is to ensure that students in the college have a positive academic experience with relevant curriculum and experiences that meet the needs of the 21st century workforce. We invite you to join us here on The Hill to expand your horizons and to become a global citizen. We would love to be a part of your success story as you join us as a student in CSSAH.

CSSAH is the largest college in the university and is home to a prolific faculty and a multifacited student body.
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CSSAH is a multidisciplinary college that connects students to the world with an array of learning opportunities.

 

Our integrated and rigorous curriculum opens the world to students by providing them an expansive understanding of the impact of the arts, anthropology, American History, the African American experience, criminal justice, geography, humanities, law, modern language, music, philosophy, psychology, religion, sociology, social work, and theatre.

 

Mission, Vision, & Values

  • icon of target and arrow, representing "mission"I. Our Mission

    We are committed to developing culturally-astute graduates who engage creativity and critical thinking to solve real-world problems and facilitate the empowerment of self and others.
  • icon of a pair of binoculars, representing "vision"II. Our Vision

    To inspire creative expression and innovative research that improve human welfare.
  • icon of target and arrow, representing "mission"III. Our Core Values

    Scholarship • Excellence • Openness • Fiscal Responsibility • Accountability • Collaboration • Diversity • Service • Fairness • Courage • Integrity • Respect • Collegiality • Freedom • Ethics • Shared Governance

OUR MAJORS

 

AFRICAN-AMERICAN STUDIES

CRIMINAL JUSTICE

ENGLISH

FINE ARTS

GLOBAL SECURITY AND INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

HISTORY

INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES

MUSIC

PHILOSOPHY & RELIGION

POLITICAL SCIENCE

PSYCHOLOGY

SOCIAL WORK

SOCIOLOGY

THEATRE

 

 

STATE-OF-THE-ART-EXPERIENCE

 

 

The academic experience in CSSAH is state-of-art and inventive. The College makes maximum use of technology and a variety of teaching methods. Students have presented their research at national academic conferences in history, English/American Literature and psychology. Students have interned at a variety of educational, social service, and political organizations and agencies. Students have performed on stage and honed their talents to the acclaim of critics and local audiences. Promising musicians and artists have showcased their skills through varied media, compositions and recitals. Their artistic and professional portfolios are based on years of hard work and critical assessment and evaluation.

CSSAH coursework comes alive as the educational experience for students within the College emphasizes theory, application, professionalism, and education for the greater good. Upon graduation, students are prepared to pursue professional careers and/or continue their education at the graduate level in professional studies.